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Under no circumstances should you exert pressure on the image
sensor, poke it with cleaning tools, or subject it to powerful air
currents from a blow
er. These actions could scratch or otherwise
damage the sensor.
Turn the Product Off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source
Removing or disconnecting the power source while the camera is on could damage the product.
Particular care should be taken not t
o remove or disconnect the power source while pictures are
being recorded or deleted.
Cleaning
When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with
a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a
cloth lightly dampened in fresh water and then dry the camera thoroughly. In rare instances, static
electricity may cause the LCD displays to light up or go dark; this does not indicate a malfunction.
The display will soon return to normal.
Cleaning the Lens and Viewfinder
These glass elements are easily damaged: remove dust and lint with a blower. If using an aerosol
blower, keep the can vertical to prevent the discharge of liquid that could damage glass elements.
To remove fingerprints and other stains from the lens, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft
cloth and wipe the lens carefully.
Do Not Touch the Image Sensor
Cleaning the Image Sensor
For information on cleaning the image sensor, see “Image Sensor Cleaning” (
0 919) and “Manual
Cleaning” (
0 921).
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Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions